Vermont Apple and Cheddar Grilled Cheese with Sage Butter

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A toasted sandwich combining tart Vermont apples with sharp cheddar and fragrant sage-infused butter for a cozy fall snack. This American-inspired sandwich and wrap recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs sourdough bread slices, Vermont sharp cheddar cheese, Vermont apple for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 American cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, combine 4 tbsp softened unsalted butter with 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh sage leaves and 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper. Mix until fragrant and well blended.
  2. Step 2: Spread a thin layer of the sage butter evenly on one side of each of the 8 sourdough bread slices.
  3. Step 3: On the non-buttered side of 4 slices, layer 2 oz Vermont sharp cheddar cheese slices and cover with thin slices from 1 large Vermont apple. Drizzle 1 tbsp honey evenly over the apple slices.
  4. Step 4: Top each with the remaining 4 bread slices, butter side facing out.
  5. Step 5: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Place sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bread is golden brown and cheese is melted.
  6. Step 6: Remove from skillet, slice in half, and serve immediately.

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